An investigative report documents the little-known power struggles that have recently reorganized the internal structure and politics of the football business

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Product Description: We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students!       Stephen G. Tibbetts, Criminological Theory: A Text/Reader, Second Edition The most accessible and comprehensive book for criminological theory courses available today, Criminological Theory: A Text/Reader, Second Edition provides the best of both worlds—substantial but brief authored sections on all of the major course topics, followed by carefully edited, policy-oriented, original research articles covering criminological theory from past to present and beyond...read more

The Bible was written for people to read, ponder, and understand. The message of God's love for humans transcends time, culture, and language. Nevertheless, readers of the Bible are often left with questions. The names sound strange to our ears, the geography is often unfamiliar, and we ask, "Who was this person? Is he mentioned somewhere else in the Bible?" "When did this happen?" "Where did it happen?" "Is this a real city?" Nelson's Foundational Bible Dictionary seeks to answer questions like these and many more. Features include: Every person mentioned in the Bible with biblical references and biographical information All animals and minerals mentioned in the Bible with definitions Modern equivalents of ancient geographical names Key theological terms with their various meanings and interpretations Common household items and occupations with cultural and historical information about life in ancient times

Product Description: Your passport to nearly 300,000 biographies of today s leaders. This essential index directs the reader to individuals from various Marquis Who's Who reference publications. The Index effectively expands a library's holdings by providing a complete list of Who's Who names and the volume(s) in which they appear...read more

Product Description: This quick-reference fact finder defines approximately 4,500 key terms that apply to life, health, property, casualty, home owners', tenants', and professional liability insurance. Also included and defined in detail are important terms that apply to pension plans and individual retirement accounts...read more

More than 3,000 key terms related to banking, financing, and money management are clearly and concisely defined in this volume which also offers a good review of the many banking services that are available today. An indispensable reference for banking and finance professional, and business students, this book is also a good starting point for value-conscious consumers who want up-to-date information about consumer finance.

The American Heritage Science Dictionary covers all major fields of science.Over 8,500 entries are written in clear language and are enhanced by 350 illustrations, 175 feature notes, and 320 biographies. New to this updated edition is the most recent element, roentgenium, as well as a revised table of the elements. Recent innovations in science are covered, such as nutrigenomics—the study of how the genome and diet interact to influence human and animal health and disease. This is the perfect reference for people looking to improve their science literacy or understand today’s science news.

Product Description: The new edition of this best-selling dictionary has been updated to account for changes in the real estate market, including the recent subprime crisis and other financial issues. Approximately 3,000 clear, concise short-entry definitions of real estate terms cover appraisal, architectural styles, brokerage, construction, development, environmental finance, mortgage types, zoning, and much more...read more

Product Description: A valuable quick-reference fact-finder for agents, brokers, actuaries, underwriters, and ordinary consumers, this handbook defines approximately 4,500 key terms used in the insurance industry. Definitions apply to life, health, property, and casualty insurance, as well as to home owners' and tenants' insurance, professional liability insurance, pension plans, and individual retirement accounts...read more

Examines Webster's major publications and the influences and methods that shaped them, and recounts his life and legacy.

Provides an alphabetical list of concepts along with the symbols used to represent them.

Product Description: The use of symbolism is an art, not a science. Different people use symbols in a variety of ways and each symbol can have diverse meanings, even within the same culture. Not surprisingly, determining the meaning of symbols can be difficult...read more